Germany Plans Sugar Tax
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According to media reports, the sugar tax planned by the government could be more extensive than previously known. According to a key point paper, the tax should not only be levied on sugary drinks such as lemonade, but also on nectar, smoothies and grain-based drinks such as oat milk.
A sugar tax has been in the room for a long time. Now it could even affect sugar-free zero products.
The planned sugar tax divides the coalition. Agriculture Minister Alois Rainer goes too far the plans of Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil. Also because the tax is to be extended to significantly more beverages.
The federal government is planning a sugar tax, but what exactly should it look like?
Which drinks should be taxed? And is it about health – or about the federal budget? The government is divided on the subject of sugar tax.
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